Actor Hideshige Kamada Passes Away at the Age of 49
On September 30th, actor Hideshige Kamada passed away at the age of 49 due to a liver disease. The news was announced by Suzuki Nobuhiro, the representative of his agency, Himaririya, on the 15th. Suzuki revealed the cause of death as “sudden passing due to a liver disease.” He expressed his condolences to those who were close to Kamada and thanked them for their support during his lifetime. Suzuki also mentioned that a private funeral was held according to the wishes of Kamada’s family.
Kamada was known for his passion for acting, often referred to as a “theater enthusiast.” Suzuki introduced his personality, stating that Kamada had been focusing on film and television projects in recent years. He had achieved success by appearing in Chinese films, such as ”Detective Chinatown 3,” and Hollywood-produced TV series like “Tokyo Vice.” Suzuki expressed his deep regret over the sudden loss, saying, “Kamada’s unique acting talent could have been recognized worldwide. It is truly unfortunate that he was taken from us just as he was making progress towards his dreams. I will continue to manage his legacy, cherishing the experiences and aspirations he left behind. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude once again for the support he received during his lifetime.”
Born in November 1973 in Kanagawa Prefecture, Kamada joined the theater company Propaganda Stage in 2002 and appeared in numerous stage productions. In recent years, he had expanded his career into the world of film and television. He had a role in the NHK historical drama “Segodon” and appeared in the Chinese film “Detective Chinatown 3” as well as the Hollywood-produced TV series “Tokyo Vice.”
The sudden passing of Hideshige Kamada has left the entertainment industry and his fans in shock and mourning. His talent and dedication to his craft will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him.
